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He is survived by his wife Brandi Dick; stepchildren Dana Wood, Olivia Palmer, Erica Helton, and Gabriel Palmer; step grandchildren Lucas and Landon Bar, and Bryer and Noah Vincil; his mother Terry Hooks (stepfather Ed Hooks); father Gilbert Dick; brother Joshua Dick (Vanessa); sister Rachel Wynne (Brett); Nieces and nephews Evan, Elyse, Caden, Avery, and Price; lifelong friend Brandon Carroll; and his beloved beagle Ellie; along with many other family members and friends.
Matt served honorably as a tanker in the Army National Guard. After his military service, he devoted time to mentoring and encouraging homeless or troubled individuals-those he felt called to love deeply. His heart for the broken was matched by a sharp wit, and those closest to him fondly called him a "diamond in the rough." The final years of his life reflected a powerful journey of healing, faith, and love.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025 at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E John Sevier Highway, Knoxville, TN at 12:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Matt's name to the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Rebecca Loy
August 19, 2025
R. I. P. Buddy! You will be loved and missed always. I'll always have the good times we spent laughing, goofing off, and hanging out. Your friendship will be treasured. There is comfort in knowing that you will be carried in the arms of Jesus Christ and no more pain and suffering. See you on the other side and say Hi to Chris for me while you guys look down upon us waiting for our arrival. Love you my friend.
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Jeremy Wasson
August 18, 2025
You're gonna be missed my friend. Glad you got to meet my kids to bro. See you someday soon on the other side buddy
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